Phillies Bullpen Update & Playoff Push | Philadelphia Phillies News

Philadelphia Phillies Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

The Phillies are heating up with a five-game win streak, led by stars like Alec Bohm and Bryson Stott—whose 19-game on-base streak is a career high. While they’re currently locked in second place in the Wild Card race, fans are watching closely for veteran pitcher Tanner Banks, sidelined since July 9 with a forearm strain. He’s throwing live BP without issues and could return as early as mid-to-late September, though his pre-injury ERA of 7.14 in 28 games raises questions about his impact. Still, the bullpen has been bolstered with deadline acquisitions like Brooks Raley, and management…